Join Colorado River boating historian Tom Martin for a tour of the historic boat collection at the Museum Collection, South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park.

This collection has one of Julius Stone’s 1909 boats, Emery Kolb’s 1911 EDITH, the 1923 USGS boat MARBLE, David Rust’s 1920’s canvas canoes, Norm Nevills 1938 WEN used on the Dr. Elzada Clover Expedition, Alexander “Zee” Grant’s 1941 folding kayak ESCALANTE, Big Ed Hudson’s 1949 ESMERALDA II, and Moulty Fulmer’s 1954 GEM, the first decked McKenzie River dory to run Grand Canyon. That’s not all! See a 1950’s era rubber raft used by Georgie White, the 1960 Jet Boats DOCK and WEE RED, Walter Kirschbaum’s 1960 fiberglass kayak, Pat Reilly’s 1962 dory SUSIE II, Dock Marston’s 1963 Sportyak, and two contemporary plastic kayaks paddled through Grand Canyon by children.

Transportation is not provided. Directions to our meeting location outside the Park, and other event details, will be sent out prior to the date. There is no seating in the museum; particpants may wish to bring a folding camp chair.

While this is a free event, each participant will be responsible for their own Park entrance fees. There may be opportunities for some carpooling from the meeting location into the Park.

The tour will be from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

This Professional Development Series includes four workshops designed to support early to mid-career professionals. You will develop skills and gain knowledge to support your organizations, advance in your career, and make connections in the Flagstaff and Northern Arizona communities.

You can register for All Four workshops for $155 (a savings $45) or individual workshops ($50 each). All sessions are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Project Management for Non-Project Managers - September 16

Whether you have been assigned as a project lead or contribute as part of a team, successful outcomes depend on strong planning and communication. Participants will leave with strategies and resources immediately applicable to their projects. This hands-on workshop introduces practical tools to:

• organize work,
• define roles and responsibilities,
• manage timelines, and
• deliver effective presentations.

Intermediate Facilitation - September 30

Effective meetings do not happen by accident. This workshop is ideal for professionals looking to strengthen their interpersonal skills and guide groups through complex conversations. In interactive exercises and role-playing scenarios, participants will learn techniques to:

• facilitate productive discussions,
• navigate conflict,
• guide decision making, and
• lead public and organizational meetings with confidence.

Team Building - October 14

Strong teams are built on trust, communication, and a shared sense of purpose. Participants will gain tools to become more effective team members while building healthier, more resilient workplace cultures. This workshop will explore:

• the stages of team development,
• practical strategies to improve collaboration,
• strengthening relationships, and
• fostering accountability.

Leadership Development - October 28

Leadership is not defined by job titles—anyone at the table can be a leader. Participants will gain new perspectives, practical leadership tools, and connections to support their continued professional growth. This workshop is designed for emerging and established leaders alike and through interactive activities and discussions will focus on:

• communication,
• decision-making,
• mentorship, and
• emotional intelligence.

Instructor Katherine Sánchez Meador brings over 25 years of public sector experience focused on employee development, leadership training, and professional growth. She designed mentoring programs, facilitated high level leadership teams, and supported workforce development initiatives. Katherine is passionate about supporting professionals advance in their careers.